Vincent Hew Chi Chun

Name: Vincent Hew Chi Chun

Country: Malaysia

Course: Monash University Foundation Year at Taylors College

Year started: 2007

Why did you choose Monash?

There are many international students at Taylors College . That gave me confidence in the popularity and quality of the Monash program, plus it meant that I had a better chance of meeting like-minded people and making friends.

Why did you choose Melbourne?

I've always wanted to study overseas. I feel that the quality of education and the facilities available in Australia, and especially at Monash, are of a better quality.

I think I have a good chance to study abroad as it is a better school and education than school in Malaysia.

What advice do you have for future students?

Join a group or play sports outside of study. I joined the college soccer team and we're currently competing in the University Pathways Cup against other colleges, such as Monash College, Latrobe Foundation and RMIT Foundation.

It's not as much about winning as it is about making new friends. I know so many new people now. Also, I love playing soccer and was chosen to be the captain. Lots of my team mates have played really well.